Review Officer

The Police Investigations & Review Commissioner (PIRC) is currently recruiting for a Review Officer to join her team in Hamilton.

The PIRC holds responsibility for reviewing the way that all police bodies operating in Scotland handle complaints from the public and for investigating certain matters involving the police.

As a Review Officer you will be responsible for dealing with applications from members of the public who feel that their complaints have not been dealt with satisfactorily by the police. Reporting to a Senior Review Officer, you will have responsibility for preparing clear and concise complaint handling review (CHR) reports setting out the PIRC’s views on the police’s handling of complaints. You will be expected to deal efficiently with a significant and varied caseload and to adhere to strict timescales for the production of reports.

The successful candidate should be educated to degree level and be able to evidence their abilities to meet the essential requirements for the post.

This is an exciting opportunity for enthusiastic self-motivated individuals to join the PIRC as the organisation develops.

PIRC operates flexible working arrangements and is committed to promoting a diverse workforce, with an emphasis on the PIRC values of integrity, impartiality and respect.

The position is based in Hamilton and the successful candidate must undergo vetting and Scottish Government Security Clearance prior to appointment.

How to Apply

The candidate Information Pack /application form is available by clicking on the APPLY NOW button.

The closing date for applications is Wednesday 14th February 2018 at midnight.

The shortlisting process will take place thereafter. Successful applicants will be contacted with an interview date in due course.

Applicants who have not been contacted by us within 3 weeks of this closing date should assume they have been unsuccessful on this occasion.

Only completed application forms will be considered.

If you wish further information on this position please contact HR and Corporate Services on (0)1698 542924.